Joe Biden breaks silence after being diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ cancer
ArchiveFirst published May 19, 2025. It may not reflect later developments.
Former President Joe Biden has confirmed he’s been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer. A statement from his office read: “Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms. On Friday he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone.”
Despite the severity, Biden’s team noted the cancer is hormone-sensitive, making it more manageable. “The President and his family are reviewing treatment options with his physicians.”
Biden shared a photo of himself, Jill, and their cat on X, writing: “Cancer touches us all. Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places. Thank you for lifting us up with love and support.”
Donald Trump responded via Truth Social: “Melania and I are saddened… We wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.”
Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death among men in the U.S.
